Painkiller Bextra Pulled from Market The Food and Drug Administration announces the withdrawal of prescription painkiller Bextra from pharmacy shelves due to concerns about cardiovascular safety. The agency is also bolstering warnings on popular over-the-counter remedies.

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Painkiller Bextra Pulled from Market

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Painkiller Bextra Pulled from Market

April 7, 200512:00 AM ET

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Joanne Silberner

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The Food and Drug Administration announces the withdrawal of prescription painkiller Bextra from pharmacy shelves due to concerns about cardiovascular safety. The agency is also bolstering warnings on popular over-the-counter remedies.